The mountain is located in the center of its
namesake island and 15 km northeast of
Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, in the fjord
Nuup Kangerlua (). Its summit is crowned by a sharp west–east ridge, from which three summit points emerge. These resemble a saddle, which gave the mountain and the island its Danish name. Its south side is shaped by steep rock formations, and its north side is covered with glaciers. It also has a waterfall, which is a tourist attraction. Due to its distinctive shape, the mountain is Nuuk's most prominent landmark, incorporated into its flag and
coat of arms.
Sermitsiaq, one of two national newspapers in Greenland, is named after the mountain. ==See also==